Power Quick Pot Pressure Cookers Carry Burn Hazard
Owners of model Y6D-36 should immediately stop using these units after reports of lids opening under pressure.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Appliances
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a safety warning for 393,000 Power Quick Pot pressure cookers due to reports that they can unexpectedly expel hot contents. Owners of the affected 6-quart electric units, sold between July 2018 and November 2023, should immediately stop using them.
Why it matters
The warning follows 24 reported incidents where the appliance lid opened while the unit remained pressurized, resulting in serious burn injuries to users. Because the manufacturer has refused to issue a formal recall or provide a remedy, owners must take personal responsibility for removing the hazardous units from their kitchens.
The warning covers 6-quart Power Quick Pot electric pressure cookers, identifiable by model number Y6D-36, which originally retailed for between $44 and $160. These units were available at major retailers including Amazon, eBay, and Walmart.
The players
Consumer Product Safety Commission
The federal agency tasked with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with consumer products.
Tristar Products
An Altamonte Springs, Florida-based importer and distributor of kitchen appliances that has declined to initiate a recall for these units.
The details
The safety hazard stems from a design failure that allows the appliance lid to unlock while the internal chamber remains under pressure. Once the seal is compromised, the high-pressure contents are forcibly ejected from the pot. Users should dispose of the unit immediately to avoid further risk of serious burns.
Timeline
July 2018 - November 2023: Sales period for the affected pressure cookers.
October 15, 2026: Official warning issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The Home Front
This warning highlights a significant gap in consumer safety when manufacturers refuse to cooperate with federal agencies on product hazards. It serves as a stark reminder that even widely sold, affordable kitchen appliances can carry risks that fall outside the protection of standard recall programs.
Check your kitchen storage immediately for any 6-quart electric pressure cooker labeled with model number Y6D-36. If you own this model, do not attempt a repair; safely dispose of the appliance to ensure it is no longer used in your home.
The takeaway
The lack of a formal recall means there is no path for refunds or repairs for these specific pressure cookers. If you have a Y6D-36 model, the safest course of action is to stop using the device and dispose of it immediately.
Further reading
For more on managing kitchen equipment risks, visit our Appliances section.
More information
Use the Consumer Product Safety Commission portal to report pressure cooker problems and injuries.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New City Daily Voice.
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